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Economic activities, including the movement of farm produce and travellers, are gradually returning to normal following the easing of the prolonged communal conflict between Biakpan and Etono II communities in Biase Local Government Area of Cross River State. The two neighbouring communities have been locked in a bitter dispute since early last year over ownership of a parcel of land, leading to loss of lives, destruction of property and the near total shutdown of commercial activities along the corridor. Although the Supreme Court had several years ago ruled in favour of Biakpan, Etono II community members maintained that the judgment…
As the 2027 general election gathers momentum in Lagos State, former governor Akinwunmi Ambode is re-emerging in political calculations, with party power brokers said to be working to defer Seyi Tinubu’s governorship ambition to 2031. The contest is shaping up to be one of the most competitive in recent history, with several high-profile aspirants, emerging power blocs, and an increasingly vocal electorate weighing in on the state’s future leadership. Seyi, 40, who is the son of President Bola Tinubu is being touted by several youth and diaspora groups as a potential contender for the Lagos State governorship. Last year, there were…
Actress Regina Daniels’ best friend, Ann, has regained her freedom after spending two nights in detention. Ann reportedly regained her freedom on Wednesday evening after the case was adjourned to March 5, 2026. Regina Daniels’ elder brother, Sammy, who made this known on his Instagram story on Wednesday, had before her release, disclosed that Ann was taken to court without access to her legal representative. “Similar techniques. Not letting legal representative or family aware of the whereabouts. Not allowing anyone know the court, final stage prison. Case adjourned until March 5th,” he wrote. However, announcing her release hours after the…
The CAF Disciplinary Board has charged the President of the Cameroonian Football Federation, Samuel Eto’o, with misconduct following the AFCON quarter-final between Morocco and Cameroon in Rabat last weekend. CAF disclosed this in a statement via their website in the early hours of Thursday morning. The Board found Eto’o guilty of violating the principles of sportsmanship set out in Article 2(3) of the CAF Statutes. It also found the former Barcelona and Chelsea striker guilty of Article 82 of the CAF Disciplinary Code for his misconduct during the said match. As a result, the Board imposed a stadium ban on…
Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, and a former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, have commended the Super Eagles for their performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) despite their semi-final defeat to Morocco. Nigeria lost 4–2 on penalties to the host nation after a goalless draw over regulation time and extra time on Wednesday, ending the Super Eagles’ bid for a place in the final. Reacting via his X handle on Thursday, Obi praised the players for their resilience and commitment, urging them to remain focused ahead of the third-place match. “Dearest gallant Super…
A petrol tanker driver has been arrested after his vehicle struck a commercial motorcycle, leading to the death of the rider and his passenger along the Epe–Ijebu Road in Lagos State. PUNCH Metro learnt on Wednesday from the spokesperson for the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, Adebayo Taofiq, that the accident occurred while the commercial motorcyclist was riding against traffic. He noted that the tanker driver violently collided with the motorcyclist and his passenger, resulting in their deaths. Taofiq stated, “The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority has announced the arrest of the driver of an empty Premium Motor Spirit tanker…
Early detection is one of the most effective tools for improving cancer survival. When cancer is identified at an early stage, treatment is often more effective, less invasive, and significantly more likely to save lives. Yet, in many communities, silence surrounding cancer is as deadly as the disease itself. Late presentation and delayed diagnosis, often driven by limited awareness, stigma, and misinformation, remain major contributors to preventable cancer deaths. For me, cancer is not only a medical challenge; it is also a communication failure with life-and-death consequences. My interest in cancer research marks a significant turning point in my career.…
Aradel Holdings Plc says it recorded 10 million man-hours without a lost-time injury across its operations as of 21 December 2025. In a statement, the company said the milestone was achieved across all its subsidiaries during a period of expanded operational activity, reflecting what it described as a deeply embedded health, safety, and environment culture supported by structured safety initiatives and proactive leadership. Aradel noted that its annual HSE Week, now approaching its ninth year, has continued to play a key role in reinforcing vigilance and sustaining safety performance across the organisation. The company said it has attained ISO 14001:2015…
The Super Eagles’ quest for a fourth continental title at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco came to an end on Wednesday after a 4-2 penalty shootout defeat to the hosts at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, The PUNCH reports. Despite struggling for large spells of the initial 90 minutes, which ended goalless, Nigeria managed to stretch the hosts into extra-time before heading into a shootout, where two missed kicks proved decisive. With captain Wilfred Ndidi suspended for the semi-final due to accumulated yellow cards in the round of 16 and quarter-final, coach Eric Chelle handed…
Blockchain infrastructure firm Global Settlement Network has announced a pilot to tokenize water treatment sites in Jakarta, aiming to eventually scale it out to the rest of Southeast Asia over the next 12 months with $200 million in tokenized assets.Real-world asset tokenization involves minting financial and other tangible assets on the blockchain to increase investor accessibility and trading opportunities.The initial pilot targets eight government-contracted water treatment sites in Jakarta for tokenization, aiming to raise up to $35 million for upgrading the facilities and expanding the water network in the area, according to a statement on Wednesday.As part of the initiatives’…
